Senior Associate - Education Law

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a senior associate attorney in Irvine, CA, to join its Southern California Education Law Practice Group. The role involves advising public and private K-12 schools, community college districts, and related entities on governance, labor, and employment issues, including conducting investigations into alleged misconduct.

Duties

• Advise district/school administrators on personnel management, including employee discipline and dismissal.
• Guide clients in responding to California Public Records Act requests and complying with the Brown Act.
• Represent local educational agencies in administrative hearings.
• Counsel management on employee leaves of absence and disability accommodations.
• Assist Title IX and Uniform Complaint Officers with complaint processes.
• Investigate and/or serve as a decision-maker in Title IX cases.
• Provide trainings for clients and participate in conferences.

Requirements

• Admission to the State Bar of California and in good standing.
• 4+ years of labor and/or employment law experience, preferably with educational or public entities.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Litigation and/or administrative hearing experience is a plus.
• Investigations and Title IX experience is a plus.
• Ability to build and maintain effective client relationships.
• Proven experience managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Oral advocacy skills.
• Client relationship management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching.
• Firm profit-sharing contribution.

Company info

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